Primary Care Nurse Practitioner- Monroe, LA

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide primary care, including ordering and evaluating diagnostic/screening/laboratory tests, and management of minor acute illnesses
• Conduct comprehensive wellness assessments on members either in the clinic or the patient’s home as needed
• Assess, diagnose and manage chronic conditions for the patient population
• Identify deviations from normal, initiate and evaluate treatment for patients with commonly occurring health problems within the NP scope of practice
• Prescribe medications as delegated in the protocols and/or procedures within licensed prescriptive authority
• Provide individualized patient teaching and counseling
• Participate in quality improvement activities and monitor health outcomes for patients
• Ensure coding and documentation of HEDIS, Quality STAR measures and Risk Adjustment diagnoses as appropriate
• Participate in community events including health fairs, speaking engagements, and educational lectures
• Collaborate with marketing to build the practice and grow business reach within communities

• Successful completion of an advanced practice Nurse Education Program
• Nurse Practitioner Certification as Adult, Geriatric, or Family NP
• Current licensure through the Louisiana Board of Nurse Examiners or ability to obtain licensure prior to employment
• CPR certification
• 2+ years of post‑graduate experience working as a Nurse Practitioner
• Valid DEA license or ability to obtain prior to employment
• Clinical knowledge necessary to make recommendations concerning assessment, evaluation and treatment of members
• Computer literate and experience with Electronic Medical Records

• Experience in Gerontology, Internal Medicine, and/or Family Medicine
• Experience in a managed care and/or ambulatory environment
• Urgent care experience

• Competitive guaranteed salary with annual bonus
• 36 days off annually (PTO, CME, and holidays)
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, CME allowance
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Retirement plans including employer‑funded contributions and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (UHG stock)
• Clinician learning and development programs

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $109,500 to $164,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors, including local labor markets, education, work experience, and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role.

United Health Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.